Berkeley Montessori School

1310 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA, 94702-0947 - View a map of this schoolMap

School Notes Overview:

Berkeley Montessori School is an independent school serving children ages 3 to 14, located on two beautiful campuses in Berkeley, CA. BMS is not a place where students just "do" school. BMS is a welcoming place where students, parents, and teachers are engaged in meaningful learning. Students develop the skills and knowledge they need within assignments and projects that encourage inquiry, critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, ethics, and habits of mind and heart with connections to the wider world---all within a respectful, culturally responsive community. BMS is a place where teachers are supported to continue their own learning so that they integrate the best available knowledge into their practice. BMS is a place where parents are supported in their parenting through ongoing workshops, parenting circles, and many opportunities for participation. BMS is a place that transforms education to meet the needs of our students for their future. At BMS, we strive to ignite curious minds, awaken generous hearts, and engage in a changing world. ...

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School Overview:

 
Berkeley Montessori School
School Type Montessori School
School Membership(s) American Montessori Society (AMS)
Institute for Independent Education
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 8
Learning Differences Supported Learning Specialist and Child Psychologist on Staff
Year Founded 1964
County Alameda County, CA
Student Body
Total Students 287 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(CA) School Avg.
% Students of Color 29% 37%
Students by Grade
Pre-K - 65 students
Kind - 30 students
Grade 1 - 25 students
Grade 2 - 25 students
Grade 3 - 25 students
Grade 4 - 20 students
Grade 5 - 20 students
Grade 6 - 27 students
Grade 7 - 25 students
Grade 8 - 25 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 32 teachers
Average Class Size 25
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Classroom dress code Casual
This School
(CA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:8 * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 172 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 6 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Tuition Notes Tuition is grade specific and ranges from $14,940 to $18,560 depending on program level.
% on Financial Aid 27%
Acceptance Rate 75%
Head of School Janet Stork
Admissions Director Paula Farmer
Sport
Total Sports Offered 4
 
Sports
BasketballFlag Football
SoccerVolley Ball
Extracurricular
Total Extracurricular Organizations 2
 
Extracurriculars
Eco Club Garage Band (Middle School)

School Notes:

  • Inquiry Based Learning
  • Field Trips to promote experiential learning along with the academic curriculum on all levels
  • Montessori Plus approach to pedagogy
  • Profile last updated: 07/21/2008

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About This Zipcode (94702)
School Zip (94702)
(CA) State Average
Population (Approximate) 15,629 people 33,864,644 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 52% 32%
Population Average Age 37 years old 33 years old
Average Household size 2.2 persons 2.8 persons
Median Household Income $39,290 $51,306
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 4.2 rooms 4.8 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 66 years old 41 years old
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